1960s British Mid-Century Teak and Rosewood Sideboard by Robert Macarthur for Vanson
£1750.00
A beautifully designed and exceptionally well-crafted British mid-century sideboard, designed by Robert Macarthur for Vanson and dating from circa 1963.
Vanson was the trade name used by respected British furniture manufacturer W. G. Evans & Sons Ltd, a company recognised for producing high-quality modern furniture during the 1950s and 1960s. This particular model was introduced at the Manchester Furniture Exhibition in 1963 and was one of the company’s more sophisticated and costly designs.
The sideboard has a wonderfully balanced and sculptural form, distinguished by its beautifully curved ends and contrasting teak and rosewood veneers. The richly figured rosewood cupboard fronts create a striking contrast with the warm teak top and four central drawer fronts, while the original rosewood handles add a refined decorative detail.
The cabinet is raised on an elegant solid teak pedestal base, incorporating two shaped supports joined by a long central stretcher. This gives the sideboard a light, architectural appearance while providing excellent stability.
Behind the two outer doors is generous cupboard storage, while the four central drawers provide practical additional space. The upper drawer retains its fitted and divided interior, originally intended for cutlery.
Despite its generous storage capacity, the sideboard has elegant, relatively compact proportions and a low profile, making it suitable for a wide variety of traditional and contemporary interiors.
The original Vanson maker’s label remains present inside one of the drawers.
Key Features
Authentic British mid-century design dating from circa 1963
Designed by Robert Macarthur for Vanson
Manufactured by W. G. Evans & Sons Ltd
Beautifully figured teak and rosewood veneers
Distinctive smoothly curved cabinet ends
Four central drawers with original rosewood handles
Fitted and divided upper cutlery drawer
Two spacious outer cupboards
Elegant solid teak pedestal base with central stretcher
Original Vanson maker’s label
Professionally cleaned, polished and traditionally hand waxed
Ready for immediate use
Dimensions
Width: 191 cm (75.2”)
Depth: 49 cm (19.3”)
Height: 71 cm (28”)
Condition
Presented in very good vintage condition.
The sideboard has been professionally cleaned, polished and traditionally hand waxed in our workshop, enhancing the beautiful colour and natural grain of the teak and rosewood.
The cabinet is clean, structurally solid and ready for immediate use. The doors and drawers operate correctly, and the original handles remain in place.
As expected for an authentic piece of furniture dating from the 1960s, there are some minor age-related signs of previous use, including occasional light scratches, small marks and gentle surface wear. These are consistent with its age and do not detract from its overall appearance or functionality.
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